Dates
Saturday 14 December 2024
12:30pm at Hamer Hall
About this performance
Celebrate the season with a magical performance featuring traditional carols, modern holiday favourites and classically Christmas selections.
Experience symphonic joy and cheer for the whole family including Joy to the World, Silent Night, Sleigh Ride, selections from The Nutcracker and more!
This relaxed, sensory-friendly performance is designed to be a comfortable place for children of all ages, from baby and toddler onwards as well as audience members with autism, a disability or sensory sensitivity.
Featuring
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
Leonard Weiss CF* conductor
Vocal Quartet from Melba Opera Trust:
Jesse Linke soprano
Syrah Torii mezzo-soprano
Matthew Reardon tenor
Aidan Hodder baritone
*Cybec Assistant Conductor
Duration: approx. 50 minutes, no interval
Relaxed concert information
This performance will take place in Hamer Hall, a safe and relaxed environment with elements adapted to reduce anxiety and discomfort. As a concertgoer, you can expect:
- A downloadable visual story emailed to ticket holders ahead of the concert
- A relaxed attitude to noise and movement during the concert
- Lights to stay on during the concert
- Open doors and chill-out break areas
- General admission seating with space for freedom of movement
- Friendly, trained staff
A non-relaxed concert is also available.
The MSO's relaxed performances are supported by the Australian Government Department of Social Services.
Presented in collaboration with Melba Opera Trust
Leonard Weiss' position as Assistant Conductor is supported by Cybec Foundation
